The Boston Celtics have been "sending mixed signals to teams all season" about their place in the trade market, according to ESPN's Chad Ford.

But, in accordance with common sense, Ford believes the Celtics will be willing to trade just about anyone for the right price.

The Celtics have been sending mixed signals to teams all season. Now that Rajon Rondo is back, Boston has been pretty vocal that the intention is to build around him. Of course, that's exactly what I'd say if I were shopping him. Danny Ainge doesn't like selling in fire sales, he likes buying in them. If the Celtics get a great offer for Rondo -- he's going to have to start playing more like he did on Sunday versus the Magic (19 points, 10 assists, 6 rebounds) -- I believe he will be traded. If they can't get a great offer for him, anything and everything else is on the table -- Jeff Green, Brandon Bass, young guys such as Kelly Olynyk, even their lottery pick. But as always Ainge is going to drive a hard bargain.

None of this should come as a surprise. It doesn't make sense to sell Rondo to the highest bidder just because, but if the right deal comes along Celtics president of basketball operations Danny Ainge will have to consider it. A few years ago, he offered Rondo for Chris Paul; it would probably take a huge haul like that for him to consider moving Rondo again.

Outside of Rondo, the Celtics should consider Jared Sullinger the best piece for the future, but he's also a valuable asset if they find a star on the block. Avery Bradley's becoming a two-way player, but he's set for a raise in restricted free agency and still has some offensive holes. Almost everyone should be available for the right price, and you can bet Ainge will be working those phones, exploring every possible way to improve his team's future prospects.